Tourist attractions Bosra

Archaeological and historical sites

SYR - Bosra

What better way to appreciate the genius of Roman architecture than by attending a show during the Bosra Festival, held in its Roman theatre each September. It has amazing acoustics, a three-storey proscenium and 35 rows of seating, from the top of w..

Architecture, castles and historic districts

SYR - Bosra

A visit to Bosra's eastern quarter brings alive the town's magnificent history, indeed that of the country, and the many civilisations that came and went. Among its monumental buildings are an arch with characteristic Nabataean decoration; a Roman th..

Architecture, castles and historic districts

SYR - Bosra

As is the case with Bosra's eastern quarter, a visit here represents a trip back through Syrian history. The buildings of interest date mainly from the Roman and Mamluk periods. Among the former, note the Roman market and its nearby storerooms, plus ..